Wed Sep 25 02:08:00 UTC 2024: ## Iran Facilitates Secret Talks Between Russia and Houthi Rebels Over Missile Transfer
**[CITY, COUNTRY] -** Iran has been secretly mediating talks between Russia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels regarding the potential transfer of anti-ship missiles, according to multiple Western and regional sources. This revelation underscores the growing alliance between Tehran and Moscow.
While Russia has yet to make a final decision, the potential transfer of Yakhont (P-800 Oniks) missiles would significantly enhance the Houthis’ capability to target commercial vessels in the Red Sea. This poses a heightened threat to U.S. and European warships tasked with protecting maritime traffic in the region.
Experts believe these missiles, if deployed, would enable the Houthis to strike with greater accuracy, increasing the risk to international shipping and naval forces.
Iran’s role as an intermediary in these discussions has not been previously reported, highlighting its active engagement in bolstering the Houthis’ military arsenal.
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